Sales Supervisor

## Description

## Route Sales Supervisor – Chicagoland Area

Chicago Baking Company is looking for a results-driven **Route Sales Supervisor** to lead our Chicagoland sales team. In this role, you'll drive sales growth, strengthen customer relationships, develop high-performing team members, and improve operational performance across your assigned territory. You'll partner with leadership to execute strategic sales initiatives while ensuring exceptional customer service and team success.

### What You'll Do

• Build, strengthen, and grow relationships with national, regional, and local customers.
• Lead, coach, and develop Route Sales Managers and Store Merchandisers to maximize performance and customer satisfaction.
• Execute company sales strategies and help develop sales plans that drive profitable growth.
• Use proprietary technology to manage routes, monitor performance, and improve sales execution.
• Lead and inspire the local sales management team while fostering collaboration, accountability, and engagement.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and alignment with company goals.
• Identify opportunities to increase sales, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer service.
• Communicate market trends, competitive activity, and customer insights to senior leadership.
• Set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and recognize employee achievements.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, service, and overall business performance.

**If you're a hands-on leader who enjoys developing people, building customer partnerships, and driving business results, we'd love to have you join the Chicago Baking Company team.**

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## Qualifications

## What You'll Bring

We're looking for a motivated leader who brings the experience and skills to drive sales, develop teams, and build strong customer partnerships.

### Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive leadership experience in the **CPG** (Consumer Packaged Goods) or **DSD** (Direct Store Delivery) industry.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Proven ability to develop, grow, and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Demonstrated success leading sales initiatives, improving operational performance, and delivering business results.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

### Education

• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field preferred.